Why I permit myself to remain here and listen to such--" "If you'll keep still I'll tell you why.

And, if I was you, I wouldn't be too anxious to find out.

This everlastin' cold don't make me over 'n' above good-tempered, and when I think of what you've done to that little girl, or what you tried to do, I have to hold myself down tight, TIGHT, and don't you forget it! Now, you keep quiet and listen.

It'll be best for you, Heman.

Your cards ain't under the table any longer.